The A57’s three rear circles can give the wrong impression about its priorities. Two cameras cover the views most people need in a room, while the third is designed to look closely at small objects. It is a good arrangement for everyday photographs, with an important limit for anyone who usually watches from the sidelines.
In depth
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G review
Published
Best forAndroid buyers who want a large display, useful ultrawide and a generous update policy.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 6.7 inches
- Refresh rate
- Up to 120 Hz
- Processor
- Exynos 1680
- Storage / RAM
- 256GB / 128GB8GB RAM
- Rear cameras
- 50 MP main12 MP ultrawide5 MP macro
- Battery capacity
- 5,000 mAh (typical)
Pros
- A 12 MP ultrawide adds a useful second perspective.
- Both US storage capacities include 8 GB of memory.
Cons
- There is no dedicated telephoto lens.
- The 45 W charging ceiling requires a suitable adapter purchased separately.
Display & Design
- 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+
- up to 120 Hz
- IP68
A large panel makes reviewing pictures with someone beside you easier, particularly when comparing two shots before deleting one. The IP68 rating gives some protection against accidental freshwater immersion under laboratory conditions. It is a reason to worry less about a spill, rather than a reason to use the phone as an underwater camera.
Cameras
- 50 MP wide
- 12 MP ultrawide
- 5 MP macro
Choose the wide camera for a person and the ultrawide for a whole table. Zoomed pictures are a different question. In Tom’s Guide’s 2× comparison, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro retained a better result than the A57. 1 A buyer who routinely crops tightly should value a dedicated telephoto more highly than the macro camera here.
Performance & Storage
- 8 GB RAM
- 128 GB or 256 GB
The larger capacity leaves more room for downloaded shows and long recordings; it brings no increase in RAM. This is a decision worth making before moving years of photos from another phone. Samsung offers up to six Android upgrades and six years of security updates measured from launch.
Battery & Charging
- 5,000 mAh typical
- up to 45 W wired
A compatible high-power charger is most useful if the phone has to recover between outings. If it lives on a cable overnight, the charging ceiling is a smaller reason to spend more. The battery capacity alone cannot predict a day spent navigating with the screen on.
Alternatives
Compare the A37 if you principally want the large screen and support policy. Both phones offer those features, while the A57 has a 12 MP rather than 8 MP ultrawide. An A56 owner whose wide shots and battery already meet the need has little reason to switch for the macro camera.
Verdict
Choose the A57 for photos of the people and places immediately around you, a roomy screen and long support. For school sports or other subjects you cannot approach, put the budget toward optical reach.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- Tom’s GuideGalaxy A57 5G review and test findings (opens in a new tab)https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/samsung-galaxy-a57-review
Reviewer’s comparison at 2× against a Nothing handset with a dedicated telephoto; applies to the published scene.